The Krays (1990)
The Krays is a 1990 drama movie directed by Peter Medak, with a running time of 1h 55m. It stars Gary Kemp, Martin Kemp and Billie Whitelaw.
Twins Ronnie and Reggie Kray are raised in east London, under the influence of their hateful but doting mother Violet. As they grow up, Ronnie's violent nature takes over, and Reggie follows his brother's lead. The two become notorious crime lords who rule over the East End club scene. But at the height of their power, the brothers veer into different lives, giving the older crime bosses a chance to reclaim what the Krays took from them.
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What is The Krays about?
Twins Ronnie and Reggie Kray are raised in east London, under the influence of their hateful but doting mother Violet. As they grow up, Ronnie's violent nature takes over, and Reggie follows his brother's lead. The two become notorious crime lords who rule over the East End club scene. But at the height of their power, the brothers veer into different lives, giving the older crime bosses a chance to reclaim what the Krays took from them.
When was The Krays released?
The Krays was released on 27 April 1990.
How long is The Krays?
The Krays runs 1h 55m.
Who made The Krays?
The Krays was directed by Peter Medak.
Cast
- Gary Kemp as Ronald Kray
- Martin Kemp as Reggie Kray
- Billie Whitelaw as Violet Kray
- Tom Bell as Jack 'The Hat' McVitie
- Susan Fleetwood as Rose
- Charlotte Cornwell as May
- Kate Hardie as Frances
- Avis Bunnage as Helen
- Alfred Lynch as Charlie Kray Snr
- Gary Love as Steve
- Steven Berkoff as George Cornell
- Jimmy Jewel as Cannonball Lee
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